Season 1 Episode 47
We cover:
🔹 The UK’s culture gap: Bitcoin skepticism vs. US tailwinds
🔹 FCA rules, “restricted mass-market” labels, and why retail can’t buy a BTC ETF
🔹 Energy reality: curtailment costs, green taxes, and grid imbalance
🔹 Mining as demand response: wind/solar integration and stranded power
🔹 Media narratives: Susie’s BBC complaint saga & fact-checking failures
🔹 Education: rebuilding financial literacy and critical thinking at home
🔹 Policy playbook: contacting MPs, the Labour Party conference push, and the Bitcoin manifesto
🔹 Hash rate & geopolitics: why UK participation (and decentralization) matter
🎙 Guest: Susie Violet Ward
https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinpolicyuk/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/bitcoin-policy-uk/
https://twitter.com/bitcoinpolicyuk
https://www.youtube.com/@Bitcoin-Policy-UK
https://www.bitcoinpolicy.uk/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/susie-violet-war
https://twitter.com/DecentraSuze
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🎙 Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
01:12 – Susie’s Bitcoin Journey & Early Lessons
05:02 – Writing, Advocacy & Founding Bitcoin Policy UK
11:08 – Education, School System & Teaching Kids About Bitcoin
18:14 – Bitcoin in the UK vs the US
20:22 – Policy, Regulation & Lobbying Efforts
25:06 – Energy Crisis, Curtailment & Mining Solutions
31:27 – Mining Opportunities & Proof of Concept Projects
37:07 – Media Battles & Challenging the BBC
46:04 – Vision for Bitcoin in the UK
48:11 – Personal Definition of Success
50:28 – Where to Follow Susie & Closing
Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions
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